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Dr Sonderbar Armchair by Philippe Starck
By Philippe Starck
Located in PARIS, FR
"Dr. Sonderbar" chair is a creation of French designer Philippe Starck. It was designed in 1983 as
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Vintage 1980s French Post-Modern Armchairs

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Iron

Dr Sonderbar Armchair by Philippe Starck
Dr Sonderbar Armchair by Philippe Starck
H 20.87 in W 35.44 in D 16.93 in
Dr Sonderbar by Philippe Starck for XO
Located in PARIS, FR
Armchair 'Dr. Sonderbar' by French designer Philippe Starck for XO design, early 80s. Tripod metal
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Mid-20th Century Armchairs

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Metal

Dr Sonderbar by Philippe Starck for XO
Dr Sonderbar by Philippe Starck for XO
H 24.81 in W 35.83 in D 19.1 in
Dr. Sonderbar Postmodern Chair by Philippe Starck 1st Edition
By Philippe Starck
Located in Kelkheim (Taunus), HE
Extremely rare first version of the model Dr. Sonderbar by Philippe Starck.
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Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Armchairs

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Steel

Dr Sonderbar Armchair by Philippe Starck for XO, 1980s
By Philippe Starck
Located in Untersiggenthal, AG
From French designer Philippe Starck, the Dr. Sonderbar nickel-plated steel chair with perforated
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Vintage 1980s Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

Tripod Nickel Dr Sonderbar Lounge Chair by Philippe Starck
By ICF New York, Philippe Starck
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Post-Moder Polish Nickel Tripod “Dr Sonderbar” Lounge Chair by renowned French designer Philippe
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Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

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French Design Philippe Starck, Dr Sonderbar Chair, XO - 1980s
By Philippe Starck
Located in Renens, CH
Philippe Starck - Doctor Sonderbar Chair in chromed metal, produced by XO in France, 1980s
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Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Set of 2 Dr Sonderbar by Philippe Starck for XO, 1983
By Philippe Starck
Located in JASSANS-RIOTTIER, FR
Set of 2 armchairs by Philippe Starck for XO in 1983 Docteur Sonderbar model Tubular tripod
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Late 20th Century French Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Early Black Doctor Sonderbar Armchair by Philippe Starck
By Philippe Starck
Located in L'Escala, ES
The "Dr. Sonderbar" chair is a creation of French designer Philippe Starck. It was designed in 1983
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Late 20th Century French Chairs

Materials

Steel

Early Matte Black Doctor Sonderbar Armchair by Philippe Starck
By Philippe Starck
Located in Barcelona, ES
The "Dr. Sonderbar" chair is a creation of French designer Philippe Starck. It was designed in 1983
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Vintage 1980s French Post-Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

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Dr Sonderbar Armchair by Philippe Starck for Xo, 1980s
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Doctor Sonderbar chair by Philippe Starck made by XO, France. Made of tubular steel and perforated
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"Dr. Sonderbar" Chairs, Philippe Starck
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Dr Sonderbar For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal dr sonderbar for your home. Frequently made of metal, steel and chrome, every dr sonderbar was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the dr sonderbar you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right dr sonderbar, those designed in mid-century modern styles are of considerable interest. A well-made dr sonderbar has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Philippe Starck and ICF New York are consistently popular.

How Much is a Dr Sonderbar?

Prices for a dr sonderbar can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $3,099 and can go as high as $9,541, while the average can fetch as much as $4,898.

Finding the Right Seating for You

With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.

Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.

Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.

The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.

Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.

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Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.

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